Mary Johanna Langford Morris

Mary Johanna Langford Morris, of Cambridge, OH, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, following an extended illness.

Johanna was a devout Catholic and selfless humanitarian, a loving wife, mother, and an ideal friend. She will be remembered for her compassion, captivating mind, and ability to lead others through the light of faith.

Johanna was born in Dover, OH, to the late N.J. and Joanna Seikel Langford. She was a dedicated member of the Christ Our Light Parish Catholic Church in Cambridge.

Johanna attended Fairless High School in Navarre, OH. She earned a BS in Communications and Language Arts from Kent State University, a MA in Education from Muskingum University, and official recognition as a Licensed Intervention Specialist, focusing on Gifted Education and Adolescent Literacy.

She worked diligently throughout her career in public service and education, including at Canton Central Catholic High School, Cambridge Developmental Center, and the Department of Human Services. She achieved notable success as the Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guernsey County and as a visionary educator at Cambridge City Schools.

Johanna will be deeply missed by her husband of nearly 50 years, Jerry Morris; her three children: daughter, Julia (Charles) Barnett; son, Brian (Ashley) Morris; son, Jeffrey (Amber) Morris; and her two granddaughters, Chloe and Haley; her sister, Barbara Miklos. She is preceded in death by her late brother, Thomas Langford.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with Father Jimmy Hatfield and Father Nicholas Ginnetti officiating. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM.

The Toland-Herzig Funeral Home & Crematory in Dover is assisting her family with arrangements. To sign an online guestbook, visit the obituary link on the funeral home’s website.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Guernsey County Cancer Society, 139 N. 7th St., Cambridge, Ohio 43725